54% of UK firms say AI created new jobs as demand for AI skills rises

A survey of 1,200 UK firms found 54% said AI created new jobs, with a quarter actively hiring workers with AI skills.
One in five UK firms created new AI-specific roles, while firms with turnover above £10 million led investment in AI skills training.
Bank of England found firms using AI are becoming more productive but those gains are coming at the expense of jobs elsewhere.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey both flagged concerns about AI's impact on jobs and productivity.

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